Large-scale garden transformations raise a familiar set of strategic questions. How long will the build take? How much disruption will it cause? Where can costs be managed intelligently? And how do you deal with a site that presents genuine technical challenges?  Our 2005 Guildford garden project addresses many of these considerations. Having worked with the […]

Sustainability is a core tenet of PC Landscapes’ ethos and is intrinsically linked to not just our environment, but also our economy. The notion of a ‘circular economy’ is one which emphasises the sustainable and continuous reuse of materials within the economy, and minimisation of waste. The Ellen Macarthur Foundation, committed to the creation of

PC Landscapes is no stranger to competition within the numerous prestigious flower shows which take place across the UK throughout each year; Chelsea Flower Show, Hampton Court Palace Flower Show, Malvern, Tatton. Beyond competition, Paul has also been a judge at these flower shows. More about the awards and accolades of PC Landscapes can be

Since at least 1991, the United States of America has been considered a global hegemon; a powerful, international trend-setter. It’s domestic affairs are as important to the world stage as it’s worldwide commitments. Despite this, the US has a complex and often difficult relationship with environmental regulation and the mitigation of climate change. Further complicated

How to Design a Multipurpose Garden We recently featured an article on town planning and the concept of the ‘garden city’, inspired by a joint venture between the UK government and Barratt Homes. Their goal is to create a new generation of “garden village-style communities,” blending modern living with green spaces. Building on this idea,

There has been much talk of town-building in the last year, and the themes and concepts of a ‘garden city’ have been invoked on a number of occasions. In September 2024, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner struck a deal with Barratt Developments and Lloyd’s Bank to begin a joint venture worth £150 million to lead

How the New NPPF Affects Your Home Extension and Garden Landscaping Plans  As a homeowner planning a garden landscaping project or home extension, it’s essential to understand how recent changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) could impact your plans here in the UK. The revised NPPF, introduced in 2024, places a stronger emphasis

The National Policy Planning Framework The National Policy Planning Framework (NPPF) is perhaps England’s most vital land-use planning policy. The NPPF was created in 2012 by the coalition government, streamlining various pre-existing planning policies in England into a single document. Last week, the Labour government published the new NPPF, alongside a press statement. The revised

Designing Luxury Landscapes that Protect Nature: A Thoughtful Approach to Avoiding Ecocide In the realm of luxury landscaping, where beautifully crafted outdoor spaces are the ultimate expression of lifestyle and design, there is a growing awareness about the environmental impact of these projects. Homeowners know that creating high-end landscapes does not have to mean the

How conflict results in ecological destruction. The costs of war are numerous. As war rages around the world in places like Israel-Palestine, Ukraine, and Myanmar, it is important for us as humans to consider one of the most devastating costs of warfare: ecocide. What is ecocide? First, let us examine and define the term ‘ecocide’.